1998 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 519 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | BMW | Pagani |
| Model | 330 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2795 mm |
